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Villa Abejita in Playa Negra: Pool, AC, Close to Beach, WiFi, Spacious, Private

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Pool
Three fountains provide a restful water sound
Pool
Terrace/patio
The living room, with one of two dining areas

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
  • Playa Cocles
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Black Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Punta Uva Beach
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Changuinola (CHX-Captain Manuel Nino Intl.)
    ‪80 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Ensuite Bathroom (Bedroom 1)

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Main bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Villa Abejita in Playa Negra: Pool, AC, Close to Beach, WiFi, Spacious, Private

Villa Abejita has plenty of room for family and friends. A large gated property with pool, air conditioning in all bedrooms, lovely garden, covered outdoor dining, workspaces, and wifi. Tropical birds, sloths, and iguanas frequently stop by within the garden walls.

(PLEASE NOTE: the artificial intelligence at VRBO has decided this property is a 10-minute drive to the beach. This is incorrect, and we've tried repeatedly to correct it, but VRBO won't change it. In reality, it's a 5-minute walk from Villa Abejita to the black sands and warm waters of Playa Negra.)

A small grocery store and boutique hotel with restaurant and beach bar are nearby. Shops and dining in Puerto Viejo are just 10 minutes by car or tuktuk, or shed your shoes and take a stunning half-hour walk along the water to town!

This house is very homelike. We live here several months each year, and we love it!

The living room and kitchen share a large open space with vaulted ceilings and ceiling fans. The huge kitchen island has lots of counter space and a counter seating area, so several people can cook and gather at once. We love to cook, so the kitchen is well-equipped with everything you'll need to prepare meals, including cooking oil and spices. Just outside the kitchen door is a covered patio with a gas grill, an outdoor sink, and a large table and chairs for outdoor dining.

There are two workstations in one of the bedrooms, and an additional tall desk that folds out into a standing workstation. We have 50 mb satellite wifi, perfect for digital nomads. Each of our four routers has an uninterruptable power supply in case the electricity goes out (which it does sometimes, for a few minutes--it's the Caribbean!). The smaller workstation desk can be easily moved into a different room if desired.

The bedrooms have new, comfortable mattresses. Each bedroom has its own air conditioner and ceiling fan. Throughout the house, large windows let in plenty of natural light.

The pool is surrounded by a tiled deck, with three fountains cascading water into the pool. A spacious veranda abuts the pool.

We've taken measures to make the house more physically accessible. A concrete ramp leads up the side of the veranda, eliminating the need to climb steps to access the house. Doorways are wide, with no thresholds. Each shower contains a grab bar for added safety, and the bathroom attached to the primary bedroom has a grab bar next to the toilet.

We have secure, off-street parking for up to three vehicles.

The gorgeously landscaped grounds are fully enclosed by high walls, giving a feeling of tranquility, relaxation, and privacy. The mature trees on the property attract sloths, iguanas, toucans, and other jungle creatures. You'll have this whole space to yourself!

Property manager

Laurie Utterback
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please note that the pool does not have a fence.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please use the outdoor shower to rinse off beach sand, and please shower before getting into the pool. Don't take bathroom towels to the beach.
Please use only plastic drinkware on the veranda and around the pool.
If you are going to check in after 10 pm, we will charge a US $30 late check-in fee so you can still receive an in-person concierge.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Located in Cahuita, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Punta Uva Beach and local attractions include Talamanca Family Art and Cahuita National Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

What's nearby

  • Playa Cocles - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Black Beach - 9 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Foundation Jaguar Rescue Center - 11 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Playa Chiquita - 24 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Punta Uva Beach - 30 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Limón Intl. Airport (LIO) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hot Rocks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Tamara - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Azul Beach Club - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Puerto Pirata - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Koki Beach - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Abejita in Playa Negra: Pool, AC, Close to Beach, WiFi, Spacious, Private have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Villa Abejita in Playa Negra: Pool, AC, Close to Beach, WiFi, Spacious, Private pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Abejita in Playa Negra: Pool, AC, Close to Beach, WiFi, Spacious, Private ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Abejita in Playa Negra: Pool, AC, Close to Beach, WiFi, Spacious, Private ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Abejita in Playa Negra: Pool, AC, Close to Beach, WiFi, Spacious, Private located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Black Beach, Talamanca Family Art and Playa Cocles. Bri Bri Waterfalls and Playa Chiquita are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful!

Beautiful property!! Loved staying here for a week.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Better than the pictures!

We felt so lucky to have this beautiful home to return to after a day at the beach or hiking! The outdoor shower is ingenious, pool was refreshing, and the yard is plant paradise. The beds were comfortable, air conditioning in the bedrooms was so wonderful at night. We loved spending time cooking outside and listening to the geckos at night. Great communication with the property management company as well. Would absolutely recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

adam

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical place!

Our family of six stayed here for a week. Here are some things that stand out: everything is better than the photos in person (no offense to whomever took the photos!). For example, the pool isn’t huge, but much bigger than it would appear in the photos the wrap around porch and spaciousness of the inside of the house really makes it feel like your own private resort, with enough space to spread out and not feel like you’re on top of each other the host is incredibly helpful and attentive very comfortable bedsHighly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home. Extremely comfortable

1st visit to Costa Rica and had a blast. Great home pool was beautiful, everything made us feel right at home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

heather a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Stay

Ok location. About a 40 minute walk to town. Loved the tuktuks. The home itself was ok. Very dark as it is very treed. Hl certainly
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay!

We loved this house! The pool was perfect, we spent many hours just floating, drinking beer & watching the wildlife in the yard. So many birds & lizards. It was private, behind a wall, so we were able to listen to our music.Check in was good. We lost cell service so had a hard time getting the property management company, but they were very response once we got in contact.Everything worked. Kitchen was well furnished with everything needed to prep meals. Bed was comfortable and the a/c kept the room cool for sleeping. The beach was close, just an easy walk away. There is a market less than a block away for the essentials and a restaurant that has a great beach area to have drinks just around the corner. I could not imagine a more perfect place to stay, we would go back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excelente lugar

Muy limpio, las imagenes corresponden a la villa, hermoso lugar excelente comunicación con el anfitrion y equipo de trabajo
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Laurie Utterback

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My name is Laurie, and my husband Darren and I fell deeply in love with this area on our first visit. An opportunity came up to buy this amazing house, and now we live here part of the year! It's a nice place to escape the winters in the Pacific Northwest of the US. :) We're so happy to be able to share our house with people who are looking for a beautiful place to relax and enjoy the wildlife, beach, and warm vibes of the Southern Caribbean.

Why they chose this property

We love this spot because it's a five-minute walk to the beach. You can hear the ocean from our house! It's nice to have a small grocery around the corner, and a restaurant for nights we don't feel like cooking. The neighborhood is a mix of residences and small hotels, and it's quiet and friendly here.

What makes this property unique

Our lush garden is a safe and peaceful place for sloths, iguanas, kinkajou, opossums, toucans, and other tropical birds to stop by.

The beach is close by, but the swimming pool is also right there for your own private swimming sessions. If you just want to cool down and relax, it has Baja benches on both ends for sitting with a beverage and chatting with friends.

This is one of the few properties in the area with an accessibility ramp from the parking area to the front door.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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